Weather Update: Heavy rain alert in 8 states, is yours on the list?

Heavy Rain Alert: The meteorological department has issued a heavy rain alert for eight states, including Bihar, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall across eight states. Due to the active South-West Monsoon and a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, many states are expected to experience torrential rain, strong winds, and lightning in the next 24 to 48 hours. The meteorological department has advised people to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel.

States Issued Warnings

Uttar Pradesh: Heavy rainfall and strong winds (40-50 km/h) are likely in eastern Uttar Pradesh, especially Ballia, Gorakhpur, Ghazipur, Deoria, and Azamgarh from 20 to 23 June. The risk of waterlogging in low-lying areas may increase.

Bihar: A yellow alert has been issued for heavy rainfall in Madhubani, Kishanganj, Bhabua, Rohtas, Aurangabad, Nawada, Jamui, Banka, Gaya, and West Champaran. There is also a risk of thunderstorms and lightning.

Jharkhand: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted in Ranchi from 19 to 20 June. Schools from KG to class 8 have been closed in Dhanbad due to a red alert. Waterlogging and disruption of power supply are anticipated.

Madhya Pradesh: Moderate to heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected in several districts, including Bhopal, Indore, and Chhindwara. Farmers have been advised to take precautions to protect their crops.

Chhattisgarh: Due to active monsoon conditions, heavy rainfall and waterlogging are possible in Raipur and other parts of the state.

Maharashtra: Orange and red alerts have been issued for Mumbai, Pune, Kolhapur, Satara, and Raigad. Very heavy rainfall and waterlogging are expected in coastal areas.

Kerala: An orange alert is in place for districts like Thrissur, Ernakulam, Idukki, and Kottayam. The threat of high tides and heavy rainfall persists at sea.

Assam: Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning is likely in Dibrugarh, Charaideo, and Sibsagar.

Monsoon Situation

According to the IMD, the South-West Monsoon has covered most parts of the country, except for Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh. The monsoon is expected to advance into these areas in the next 24-48 hours. Rainfall intensity is increasing due to moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea.

Yellow Alert for Delhi

A ‘yellow’ alert has been issued for Delhi for Monday, forecasting light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds at speeds of 30-40 km/h. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the maximum temperature in the national capital was 36.2 degrees Celsius, 1.3 degrees below the seasonal average.